More than ever, it's important for facility managers and property owners to install ADA compliant mats, tiles, and other flooring products. Doing so ensures a clean, dry, and safe environment for all guests. Moreover, installation of safety mats and flooring also reduces slips and falls on the property, even during times of rain and snow. Whether designing a new facility or retrofitting an existing space, the following products are essential in promoting general safety without making compromises to accessibility. After reviewing this list of safety products, shop commercial floor mats, commercial floor tiles, and other safety products to keep your commercial facility safe, healthy, and accessible.
4 Popular ADA Compliant Floor Mats
The following products are available in specifications that make them either ADA compliant or ideal for use in facilities applying concepts of Universal Design.
Recessed Mats
Recessed mats and floor tiles are just like ordinary commercial matting products, but there is one major difference that makes these products stand apart from the crowd. Recessed mats are installed within a recess in the floor, lowering the surface of the mats to the surface of floor. This makes the surface flush overall, making it easy to cross without the risk of tripping on a mat's edge or lip.
Recessed Grills
Like the unique mats and tiles described above, Recessed Grills are typically installed within a recessed in the ground so the surface of the unit lies flush with the surrounding walking surface. Recessed Grills are a more heavy duty solution, however. These units are made of industrial strength aluminum and contain a deep chamber in which moisture and other debris is trapped. Ideal for heavily trafficked entryways, Recessed Grills are known to reduce incoming debris by 60%, making interior floors safer while also improving indoor air quality for the entire facility.
Rubber Drainage Mats
ADA compliant Rubber Drainage Mats are a must in kitchens, bars, and other food service areas. These low-profile mats provide a firm feeling of grip while also providing convenient drainage when liquid spills occur. The low profile edges are easily transitioned over by everything from wheelchairs to walking devices and wheeled food service carts. Anti fatigue models are available, providing additional benefits to employees who spend long hours standing in the work space.
Rubber Kitchen Mats
Rubber Kitchen Mats deliver the same safety benefits as the low profile mats described above. At just 1/2" thick, these mats are low profile and feature beveled edges for extra safety. These mats are also available in models with drainage holes to facilitate liquid drainage in kitchens, behind bars, and throughout other food service areas.